10 Fears That Keep Physicians Stuck (And How To Finally Start Your DPC Practice)

DPC Life: Direct Primary Care Podcast · Mar 17, 2026 · 16m · transcript

In this episode, I share the 10 fears I hear over and over from physicians who are thinking about Direct Primary Care but feel unsure about leaving employed medicine. We talk about realistic patient follow‑through, contracts, finances, timing, and how to know if you’re actually ready to move.

You’ll see that you’re not alone, you’re not the only one thinking about this, and there is a clear path forward.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

What usually happens when you leave an employed practice (and what % of patients typically follow)

How to explain a monthly membership fee to insured patients…